Empowering Communities: Vuci Village Unveils Bold Five-Year Plan

The Vanua of Naivirourou, also known as Vuci Village in Tokatoka Tailevu, has outlined a strategic plan for the years 2024 to 2028 aimed at enhancing resilience and empowering traditional leadership within the community, ultimately fostering prosperity.

Joji Butadroka, Secretary and Board Member, highlighted the significance of utilizing a bottom-up approach in development, which aligns with the government’s recent strategy to decentralize decision-making processes. He noted that the initial strategic plan served as a crucial learning experience, especially in confronting challenges posed by cyclones, floods, and the COVID-19 pandemic.

The five-year plan intends to reevaluate traditional leadership practices to ensure they are centered around the needs of the people, thus cultivating a community that is empowered, compassionate, and future-oriented.

Tui Vuci, Ratu George Kavoronavatu Bakosi, reiterated this focus, emphasizing that their strategic plan prioritizes economic empowerment. Through these community initiatives, leaders aim to engage in discussions with the government that address specific local needs, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively.

Both leaders reaffirmed the importance of local initiatives and maximizing the use of natural resources as vital components for economic growth and sustainable development in Tailevu.

This strategic initiative reflects a constructive approach to community development that not only seeks to bolster the local economy but also strengthens traditional leadership and community resilience in the face of future challenges. The commitment of Vuci Village to these principles is a hopeful sign for sustainable development and empowerment in the region.

Summary: Vuci Village in Tokatoka Tailevu is implementing a strategic plan from 2024 to 2028 aimed at enhancing community resilience and empowerment through economic development and decentralized decision-making. This initiative focuses on reevaluating traditional leadership and maximizing local resources to create a compassionate and forward-thinking community.